Walpole-Nornalup National Park
National Park in Western Australia
Written by Ben Cole· Updated Mar 2026Quick Actions
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About Walpole-Nornalup National Park
Walpole-Nornalup National Park protects some of Western Australia's most magnificent ancient forest, including towering red tingle trees (Eucalyptus jacksonii), karri, marri, and peppermint trees, as well as sheltered inlets, ocean beaches, and coastal heathlands. The park is home to the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and encompasses the Walpole Wilderness Area — one of Australia's largest wilderness regions. Nornalup Inlet provides a beautiful waterway for canoeing and kayaking.
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Walpole-Nornalup National Park protects some of Western Australia's most magnificent ancient forest, including towering red tingle trees (Eucalyptus jacksonii), karri, marri, and peppermint trees, as well as sheltered inlets, ocean beaches, and coastal heathlands. The park is home to the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk and encompasses the Walpole Wilderness Area — one of Australia's largest wilderness regions. Nornalup Inlet provides a beautiful waterway for canoeing and kayaking.
Warnings
Getting There
3.5 hours south of Perth, 120 km west of Albany on South Western Highway. Walpole township is the base.
Visitor Tips
- •Walpole Wilderness cruise (WOW — Walpole-Nornalup Inlet cruise) is excellent in wildflower season
- •Combine Tree Top Walk with Ancient Empire boardwalk for full tingle forest experience
- •Coalmine Beach Lookout is an underrated whale watching spot
- •Bibbulmun Track passes through — day sections of the track are excellent
Quick Facts
At a Glance
The Place
- Significance
- National
Plan Your Visit
- Entry
- Paid
- Duration
- 2–4 days
- Best Time
- Year-round; spring for wildflowers and lush green forest
Location
- Region
- Great Southern
- State
- Western Australia
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